White Sauce Lasagna: Discover This Creamy Delight Today!
A creamy and delicious white sauce lasagna that is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Lasagna noodles – 12 sheets
- Ricotta cheese – 2 cups
- Mozzarella cheese – 3 cups, shredded
- Parmesan cheese – 1 cup, grated
- Spinach – 2 cups, fresh
- Butter – 4 tablespoons
- All-purpose flour – 1/4 cup
- Milk – 4 cups
- Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- Nutmeg – a pinch
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, then gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Continue to cook until the sauce thickens, then season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of white sauce, followed by a layer of noodles, ricotta cheese, spinach, and mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of white sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, ensure all cheeses are rennet-free.
- Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or sausage for added protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg